2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2003 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |